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Persons applying for full membership accreditation have to pass an examination. Candidates should contact the Chair of the Credentialing Committee, Dr Frances Hemp. Details regarding the examination are discussed below:

• Introduction to the Examination
• Contents of the Examination
• Core Syllabus
• Reading Material

Introduction to the Examination

The SACNA credentialing examination is written by prospective full members and is usually one of the requirements for full membership. An examination is normally scheduled to coincide with the SACNA conference. You must apply to write the examination at least two months prior to the SACNA conference.
Since the conferences are not that frequent, ad hoc arrangements may be made to write the examination under the supervision of a full member. In this case the applicant must travel to a venue specified by the full member, usually their place of work.

Contents of the Examination

The examination consists of two multiple-choice papers, the first of three hours and the second of two hours. Candidates must have an extensive knowledge of clinical neuropsychology in order to pass. The minimum pass mark is 60%. The examination is not based on any specific textbooks but SACNA does recommend various texts and articles as useful. Naturally, a broad knowledge of principles of neuropsychology is essential.

Core Syllabus

The core syllabus includes:

• Neuroanatomy
• Neuropathology
• Neuropsychological assessment
• Neuropsychological rehabilitation

Reading Material

SACNA recommends a variety of different texts, as listed on this web site. Click here to see that list. The exam is predicated on the principle that no specific book has to be read in order to pass, but rather that the candidate is expected to have a thorough general knowledge of clinical neuropsychology.